I am 17 years old and received by full spinal fusion in July 2014 to correct my 60 and 50 S curve. The curve has dramatically decreased but I am unhappy with my ribhump on my right side. My doctor, Robert Berstein in Beverly Hills, did not tell me about thoracoplasty and now I am considering a standalone surgery to remove the rib hump. It is noticeable with clothes on. I want to ask for people's experience on here who have had a Thoracoplasty SEPARATE from their fusion. From what I understand, you can receive this surgery once the back has been fused and stable.
-How is your quality of life after? Pain and activities back to normal?
-Is it sore or tender even after the ribs have filly healed?
-Some people say they cannot lie on that side even after it has healed. Is this true?
-How bad is the pain during recovery?
-What are the risks that your doctor discussed with you?
-Do you regret having this?
I am debating whether it is worth it. I am discussing with my doctor during my 6 momth check up next next week. Please help!
-How is your quality of life after? Pain and activities back to normal?
-Is it sore or tender even after the ribs have filly healed?
-Some people say they cannot lie on that side even after it has healed. Is this true?
-How bad is the pain during recovery?
-What are the risks that your doctor discussed with you?
-Do you regret having this?
I am debating whether it is worth it. I am discussing with my doctor during my 6 momth check up next next week. Please help!
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